الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي كَسَانِي هَذَا الثَّوْبَ وَرَزَقَنِيهِ مِنْ غَيْرِ حَوْلٍ مِنِّي وَلَا قُوَّةٍ
All praise is due to Allah Who clothed me with this garment and provided it for me, without any strength or power from myself.
Alhamdulillah alladhi kasani hadha ath-thawba wa razaqanihi min ghayri hawlin minni wa la quwwah
When to Read
This dua is ideally recited when putting on any new piece of clothing, whether it's a shirt, trousers, a head covering, or anything else that clothes the body. It's a moment to pause and acknowledge Allah's blessing in providing for us.
How to Read
Recite this dua with sincerity and gratitude as you are wearing the new garment. The intention is to acknowledge that the ability to obtain and wear this clothing is from Allah alone, not from our own might or effort. It's a beautiful reminder of our dependence on Him.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua teaches us profound humility and gratitude. It shifts our focus from personal achievement to Divine provision. By recognizing that Allah, and not our own power, has provided this clothing, we cultivate thankfulness and avoid arrogance that might come with new possessions. It reminds us that even something as simple as clothing is a blessing from our Creator.
Source & Authentication
Narrated Abu Sa'id Al-Khudri: When Allah's Messenger ﷺ used to wear a new garment, he would mention its name, whether it was a shirt or a turban, and then say: الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذِي كَسَانِي هَذَا الثَّوْبَ وَرَزَقَنِيهِ مِنْ غَيْرِ حَوْلٍ مِنِّي وَلَا قُوَّةٍ. (All praise is due to Allah Who clothed me with this garment and provided it for me, without any strength or power from myself).